Genre: Indie film/Drama

Runtime: 2hr 34min

Language: English

IMDb: 8.9/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 92%

Metacritic: 95%

Wikipedia: Link

Director: Quentin Tarantino

Cast

Quentin Tarantino, John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis, Tim Roth, Christopher Walken, Harvey Keitel, Ving Rhames, Maria de Medeiros, Steve Buscemi

Plot

Pulp Fiction, directed by Quentin Tarantino, is a non-linear, darkly comedic crime film that weaves together multiple interconnected stories in the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles. The film follows two hitmen, Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson) and Vincent Vega (John Travolta), as they carry out assignments for their enigmatic boss, Marsellus Wallace (Ving Rhames).

The narrative also involves Butch Coolidge (Bruce Willis), a boxer on the run; Mia Wallace (Uma Thurman), Marsellus’s wife; and a pair of small-time thieves, Pumpkin (Tim Roth) and Honey Bunny (Amanda Plummer). The film’s plot is fragmented but connected through its characters’ intersecting lives, actions, and conversations.

Pulp Fiction is known for its clever dialogue, memorable scenes, and a soundtrack that sets the tone for each segment. It explores themes of crime, redemption, and the absurdity of life, all with a mix of violence and dark humor. This groundbreaking film is celebrated for its unique storytelling and iconic characters.